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Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Japanese organization of atomic bombing survivors Nihon Hidankyo

Jørgen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, said the award was made as the “taboo against the use of nuclear weapon is under pressure.

Residents slog through flooded streets, pick up debris after Milton

Florida residents slogged through flooded streets, gathered up scattered debris and assessed damage to their homes on Friday after Hurricane Milton smashed through coastal communities and tore homes to pieces, flooded streets and spawned a barrage of deadly tornadoes.

Costco gold bars are selling out as prices for the precious metal break records: survey

Move over, gas and hot dogs. Costco shoppers are snatching up the store's 1-ounce gold bars despite the market's lofty price for the precious metal.

Catholic League accuses Whitmer of mocking Eucharist with Dorito

Podcaster Liz Plank posted a video on her Instagram showing herself being fed a Dorito by Whitmer, who's standing above Plank.

Over 9 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat, poultry recalled: USDA

The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Experts warn 'crazy busy' Atlantic hurricane season is far from over

Millions of people in the southeastern U.S. still are reeling from the catastrophic damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but scientists warn that the Atlantic hurricane season is far from over. “As far as hurricane landfalls in the U.S.

The Latest: Milton causes widespread power outages and several deaths in Florida

Hurricane Milton brought powerful winds, a dangerous storm surge and flooding to much of Florida after making landfall along the Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm. It weakened as it plowed through Florida late Wednesday into Thursday.

Why do news media call the winners of elections?

It’s election night, the polls have closed and chances are you’re waiting on The Associated Press or one of the major television networks to say who will be the next president.

7-Eleven to close over 400 locations in North America

Hundreds of “underperforming” 7-Eleven stores across North America are closing, the convenience store announced Thursday. Seven & I Holdings, 7-Eleven’s Japan-based parent company, revealed in its earnings report that 444 7-Eleven locations are closing.

Oregon's most populous county adds gas utility to $51B climate suit against fossil fuel companies

Oregon's Multnomah County, home to Portland, has added the state's largest natural gas utility to its $51.5 billion climate lawsuit against fossil fuel companies.

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Biden to visit Hurricane Milton-ravaged Florida with damage estimates 'around $50 billion'

The White House announced President Biden is scheduled to visit Florida on Sunday to survey the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.

If you let your flood insurance lapse and then got hit by Helene, you may be able to renew it

Residents in states hit by Hurricane Helene who had coverage through the federal flood insurance program but let it lapse before the storm hit may be able to renew it and still be covered from the impact.

Missing Texas mother: Suzanne Simpson's neighbor witnessed fight

Simpson, a mother of four and real estate agent, disappeared after an alleged fight with her husband Brad Simpson, 53.

Satellite images show before and after Hurricane Milton along Gulf Coast

Satellite images showcases the widespread damage and destruction left behind in Florida after Hurricane Milton.

Florida Gov. DeSantis helps Waffle House employees cook for first responders

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis put on the gloves and picked up a spatula at a Sarasota-area Waffle House on Thursday to help cook for first responders after Hurricane Milton left a path of destruction across the Tampa Bay area.

Border Report Live: How Mexico water woes impact the US border

From contamination on the west coast to a drying up Rio Grande in Texas, water woes stretch across and along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Box containing human head reportedly found on sidewalk of Chicago's West Side: report

Authorities in Chicago are investigating after a witness said they found a box on the sidewalk near the city's West Side that contained a human head.

TikTok was aware of risks kids and teens face on its platform, legal document alleges

TikTok was aware that its design features are detrimental to its young users and that publicly touted tools aimed at limiting kids’ time on the site were largely ineffective, according to internal documents and communications exposed in lawsuit filed by the state of Kentucky.

Boeing to cut 17,000 jobs, delay first 777X delivery

CEO Kelly Ortberg said in a message to employees that the company must reset its workforce levels "to align with our financial reality.

Michigan newspaper issues correction after Trump claims he won Man of Year award

A Michigan newspaper issued a correction after former President Donald Trump cited the paper at a speech in Detroit claiming he was Michigan’s “Man of the Year” in 2023.

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CNN's Anderson Cooper hit by flying object during Milton live shot

CNN’s Anderson Cooper was hit by a flying object on Wednesday during a live shot while reporting from Florida on Hurricane Milton.

Florida deputies help pregnant woman in labor during Milton

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said that some of the office's deputies helped transport a pregnant woman who was going into labor to the hospital early Thursday morning, as Hurricane Milton brought widespread power outages, high winds and flooding to Central Florida.

A former DEA agent is convicted of protecting drug traffickers

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A former U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent in Buffalo, New York, was convicted of corruption Thursday following a second trial on charges he used his position to protect drug traffickers he believed were associated with organized crime.

Residents slog through flooded streets, clear debris after Hurricane Milton tore through Florida

LITHIA, Fla. (AP) — Florida residents slogged through flooded streets, gathered up scattered debris and assessed damage to their homes on Friday after Hurricane Milton smashed through coastal communities and spawned a barrage of deadly tornadoes.

What to know as Florida residents begin cleaning up after Hurricane Milton

Cleanup from Hurricane Milton was underway Friday as residents returned home after the storm barreled across Florida, spawning tornadoes, knocking out power to millions, damaging homes and leading to hundreds of rescues.

19 people in Missouri, Kansas indicted for meth and fentanyl trafficking ring

Prosecutors said law enforcement seized approximately 100 pounds of meth and two pounds of fentanyl pills from a drug car.

Allred pushes back on Cruz transgender attack ads

“Ted Cruz is lying again, but now he's lying about our children. I'm a dad. I'm also a Christian,” Allred said on camera.

14-year-old found floating on fence in Tampa floodwaters after Hurricane Milton

A 14-year-old had to be rescued after Hurricane Milton's floodwaters trapped him on a floating fence in the middle of Tampa.

Hurricane misinformation causing misery for survivors: Abrams

Radio caller tells Dan Abrams a relative believes that if he accepts hurricane relief from FEMA, the government could take his house.

Kentucky woman arrested after dismembered body parts found 'cooked' inside oven

A witness told state police that she was reportedly "casting spells" and being "confrontational" the day prior to the discovery.